Shri Peetambra Peetha is a complex of Hindu temples
(including an Ashram), located in the city of Datia. It is primarily a place of
worship of the followers of Shakthism. The Shivlingam in the complex is
believed to be of the same age as that of the Mahabharata. Shri Peetambara
Peetha is one of the most famous temples of Baglamukhi Devi and was established
by Shree Shri Golokwasi Swamiji Maharaj in 1920s. Currently the Peeth is
maintained by a trust.
Location Madhya Pradesh , Datia, Bhopal
Legend
The temple was established by Shri Golokwasi Swamiji Maharaj
in 1920's. He was an ardent devotee Goddess Pitambara. He stayed in Datia for a
long period of time and became a spiritual icon of the place. He established
the ashram and the temple.
Architecture
The complex includes the many temples as well as the ashram.
Dhumavati and Baglamukhi are the two Mahavaidya temples inside the
complex. In addition to those, there are
temples of Parshuram, Hanuman, Shiva Kal Bhairav and other god and goddess
spread across the large area of Ashram. The shrine is a simple structure with
open arches, red pyramid roof with a lotus structure on the top. The idol the
Goddess is bedecked in silk and jewellery.
Culture
Datia is an ancient town, mentioned in the Mahabharata as
Daityavakra. It has many places of Hindu and Jain worship as well as beautiful
palaces and gardens
Darsan Info
The aashram conducts Sanskrit classes to youngsters free of
cost.
Darsan Dresscode
Devotees are advised to wear clean and conservative attire.
Devotees wear yellow colour dress to appease the Goddess.
Famous Festival
October - Navrathri
Temple Rituals
The priests perform regular puja to the deities. Aartis are
performed to the Goddess.
Special Rituals
Astmi poornima amavasya and sakranti are special days at the
shrine
Additional Info
Chanakya restaurant, Tanya restaurant
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